Owner of production & network supply plans for their categories, the Category Master Planner partners with Regional Supply teams, markets & global brand teams to translate distribution requirements into realistic production plans, optimising for service, cost & cash.
As the key interface for the supply centre to markets / regions, the Category Master Planner ensures robust & aligned plans are in place.
Collaborating closely with stakeholders across local, regional & integral functions, this role requires an individual adept at building relationships, strong communication skills & comfortable in providing meaningful, constructive challenge.
Technical skills are key to success, including proficiency in planning systems and analysis of big data. The role will provide wide-ranging supply chain exposure and placement within Bacardi's career opportunities.
A high degree of flexibility is required to respond timely to changing situations, provide data‑driven insights, and ensure effective decision making.
RESPONSIBILITIESProduction & Supply Planning – Mid Term (S&OE;) & Long Term (S&OP;)Translate distribution requirements to achievable production plansAssess capacity constraints across sitesDevelop production sequence and monitor feasibilityMake informed data‑driven decisions to optimise service, cost & cashPartner with regional supply teams to align interregional flows with demand and capacityModel interregional flows and optimise networkAcquire medium and long‑term demand forecasts for all FG inventory consuming events and control the translation of those forecasts into a network supply plan by collaborating with cross‑functional partnersManage allocations with regional supply teams,



optimising total network & handling known constraints in line with business strategyEnsure transparency & clarity of volumes with associated assumptions, ensuring alignment of key stakeholders within categoriesLead & influence internal stakeholders to deliver service & cost performance that will support successful delivery of these strategiesProvide analysis & facilitate actions to optimise capacity, labour, inventory (incl. obsolete & slow‑moving) & supplier requirementsSupport & enable the Long‑Term Demand Planning process, for categories under your responsibilityDigital & Analytical Tools for Planning OptimizationWork with markets & regions to ensure robust planning master data, in relation to replenishment signalsKey aim to optimise inventory across the global Bacardi networkGuardian of SAP set‑up, ensuring the perfect Heuristic Signal with all regional supply teamsLeverage digital & analytical tools to refine planning models, improve replenishment accuracy & drive efficient decision‑makingProduction planning regarding Product Life‑Cycle Management & SKU optimisation with NPD & marketing teamsKey planning representative for finished goods NPD projects, within assigned category/categoriesEnsuring timely planning & decision making, to achieve successful product launches in collaboration with innovation teamMonitor execution of aligned plans, including depletion plans to limit write‑off exposureBe a custodian of plant SKU master data,



to ensure effective management of productsQUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLSExperienced in End‑to‑End Planning & S&OP; within an FMCG company is requiredStrong proactive communicator; capable of delivering concise, clear messaging to influence & drive key business decisionsSelf‑starter with a strong sense of urgencyStrong at building relationships with internal and external stakeholdersCustomer Service “Consumer At The Heart” of everything you do with a passion for delivering service and resultsQuick to identify trends, interpret data & can easily draw conclusions from the reported data; capable of drawing out meaningful, actionable insights to share & influence stakeholders that will help drive business decisionsSound operational, commercial & financial awareness & understands the meaning & implications of the data results for the businessTechnically proficient with strong analytic competence; expert Microsoft Excel,SAP ECC system; Power BI is a plusData‑driven skills & mindset for problem solvingStrong organisational and planning skillsLEADERSHIP AGILITYBelonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can becomeSelf‑Awareness: You have high levels of self‑awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on othersPeople Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performanceResults Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first‑time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
Mental Agility:You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making f

📌 Category Master Planner (Distrito del Ensanche)
🏢 Bacardi
📍 Distrito del Ensanche